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South Korea to probe ship fire in Strait of Hormuz, Trump blames Iranian attack

The exact cause of the accident would be figured out after the vessel is towed and its damage is assessed, South Koreas Foreign Ministry said in a statement

The Hindu 5 May 2026 11:14 am

U.S. Military strike on alleged drug boat kills two in the Caribbean

The Trump administrations campaign of blowing up alleged drug-trafficking vessels in Latin American waters has persisted since early September and killed at least 188 people in total

The Hindu 5 May 2026 11:13 am

Holista Executes Binding JV for Collie Collagen Facility

Collie, Western Australia(ANTARA/ACN Newswire)- Holista Colltech Limited (ASX: HCT) (Holista or the ...

Antara News 5 May 2026 9:35 am

The 16th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) introduces new categories as market adapts in 2026

The 16th edition of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) programme is now open to entries as the ...

Antara News 5 May 2026 9:32 am

Two Sumatran tiger cubs born in Lampung conservation park

A conservation facility in Indonesias Lampung Province has recorded a milestone in wildlife preservation with ...

Antara News 5 May 2026 9:31 am

KPK says Whoosh probe still in preliminary stage

Indonesias anti-graft agency said its probe into alleged corruption in the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed rail ...

Antara News 5 May 2026 9:31 am

First Russian oil arrives in Japan since Iran war: media

Japan, which depends on West Asia for around 95% of its oil imports, has tried to diversify sources of energy procurement since the outbreak of war on February 28 saw Tehran effectively shut the Strait

The Hindu 5 May 2026 9:14 am

Indonesian govt completes most temporary housing for disaster victims

Indonesia has completed nearly all planned temporary housing units for residents displaced by last years floods ...

Antara News 5 May 2026 8:19 am

Afghanistan says Pakistan strikes killed three civilians

Kabul: Afghanistan accused Pakistan of carrying out cross-border attacks into its territory on Monday, May 4, that hit civilian areas, killing at least three people and wounding 14, as tension between the two neighbours remains high despite recent peace talks. Afghan deputy government spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat said on X that the attacks also destroyed two Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 5 May 2026 8:15 am

TIME Names Xenco Medical one of the TIME100 Most Influential Companies in the World and the Winner of the 2026 TIME100 Impact Award in Health

-Time Magazine has named pioneering medical technology company Xenco Medical as one of the TIME100 Most Influential ...

Antara News 5 May 2026 5:46 am

OPAQUE Acquires Abu Dhabi-Developed Cryptographic AI Technology from TII, Extending Confidential AI Across the Full Lifecycle with Post-Quantum Protection

-OPAQUE, the Confidential AI company headquartered in San Francisco, California, today announced it has acquired ...

Antara News 5 May 2026 5:14 am

Ukraine and Russia declare separate truces

worldRussia declares a ceasefire on May 8, 9 for Victory Day celebrations; Ukraines Zelenskyy announces his own ceasefire regime on May 5, 6

The Hindu 5 May 2026 4:27 am

Armed man shot by U.S. Secret Service near White House

The shooting near the National Mall occurred shortly after a motorcade carrying Vice-President J.D. Vance had passed by the area, U.S. Secret Service Deputy Director Matthew Quinn said

The Hindu 5 May 2026 4:10 am

Deputy minister urges youth to master critical thinking to face AI

Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Stella Christie urged the youth to master critical ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 10:36 pm

Indonesia to impose export duties, windfall tax on coal, nickel

Indonesia plans to impose export duties and a windfall tax on coal and nickel as part of efforts to help ease the ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 8:59 pm

Jakarta waste-to-energy project estimated at US$1 billion: Danantara

CEO of Indonesias sovereign wealth fund Danantara, Rosan Roeslani, estimates that building a waste-to-energy ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 8:53 pm

Indonesia bolsters right to be forgotten via Human Rights Law revision

The Indonesian government is strengthening people's digital rights by incorporating the right to be forgotten ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 7:54 pm

Indonesia starts revitalizing 809 schools in East Nusa Tenggara

Indonesias Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has launched a Rp630 billion program to revitalize 809 ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 7:40 pm

Trade Ministry issues new regulations regarding export policies

The Ministry of Trade issued the Regulatiom of the Minister of Trade Number 12 of 2026 concerning export policies and ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 7:15 pm

April inflation rate remains under control: Finance Minister

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa assessed that the inflation rate in April 2026, which was recorded at 0.13 ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 7:06 pm

Bengal tiger cub born at Taman Safari Indonesia II Prigen

Three Bengal tiger cubs (Panthera tigris tigris) play at Taman Safari Indonesia II Prigen in Pasuruan, East Java, ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 6:54 pm

Pakistan HC rejects sentence suspension pleas for Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi

Islamabad: Pakistan High Court on Monday, May 4, rejected the petitions of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan and his spouse Bushra Bibi seeking the suspension of their sentences in the 190 million pound Al Qadir Trust case. Khan and Bushra, who were sentenced to 14 and 7 years in jail respectively in the case Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 4 May 2026 6:51 pm

RI-Japan cooperation strengthens regional stability: House member

Member of Commission I of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI), Amelia Anggraini, said that cooperation ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 6:30 pm

Indonesia sees cosmetics, wellness industries as drivers of growth

Indonesias Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita said cosmetics, perfume and wellness products are ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 6:11 pm

Govt must ensure that every child gets their rights: Minister

Minister of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection (PPPA) Arifah Fauzi stated that the government must be present ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 6:04 pm

Indonesia extends trade surplus streak to 71 months in March: BPS

Statistics Indonesia (BPS) announced that Indonesia has extended its monthly trade surplus streak to 71 months in March ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 6:01 pm

Minister encourages local govts to improve cultural assets management

Minister of Culture Fadli Zon encouraged local governments to improve the management of cultural assets in their ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 5:58 pm

Ministry stresses mindset shift key to successful education policy

Deputy Minister of Home Affairs Akhmad Wiyagus emphasized that change in mindset, mentality, and mission orientation ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 5:30 pm

Modi's BJP conquers Bengal, one of India's toughest political frontiers

West Bengals verdict could reshape not just the states politics, but the future trajectory of Modis BJP.

BBC 4 May 2026 5:29 pm

Ministry calls for mental health protection following daycare violence

The Ministry of Health stated that the recent case of violence at a daycare center in Yogyakarta serves as a stark ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 5:27 pm

RI-Laos strengthen partnership ahead of 70 years of relations

Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono received a working visit from Laotian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 5:05 pm

ITB, Boeing launch university innovation leadership program

The Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) is collaborating with Boeing to launch the Boeing University Innovation ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 5:03 pm

Giant sea wall construction divided into 15 segments: BOPPJ

The Java Northern Coast Management Authority Agency (BOPPJ) stated that the construction of the 575-kilometer giant sea ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 5:01 pm

Minister outlines measures to help out-of-school children in 3T areas

Primary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Muti outlined measures to reduce the number of out-of-school ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 4:57 pm

Prabowo signs decree on National Action Plan for Preventing Extremism

President Prabowo Subianto has signed the Presidential Regulation on the National Action Plan for the Prevention and ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 4:24 pm

Transmigration Ministry supports land use for oil and gas mining

The Transmigration Ministry and upstream oil and gas regulatorSKK Migas have signed an agreement on the ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 4:00 pm

Aceh allocates Rp380 billion for agricultural land recovery

The Aceh Provincial Government has allocated more than Rp380 billion or around US$21.8 million for the rehabilitation ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 3:36 pm

Indonesia reports surge in tourist arrivals, domestic travel in March

Indonesia recorded a surge in tourism during March 2026, with foreign arrivals hitting 1.09 million and domestic trips ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 3:31 pm

Pantura giant sea wall aims to protect food production: Minister

Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional DevelopmentAgus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY) noted that the ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 3:06 pm

SEA youth and sports ministers meet in Bali to discuss future growth

The Ministry of Youth and Sports said the 2026 Southeast Asia Ministerial Meeting on Youth and Sports in Bali, from May ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 2:53 pm

Global Education Leaders Gather In Singapore For Landmark Ai In Education Summit

Education in Motion (EiM), the global education group whose family of schools includes Dulwich College International ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 2:51 pm

CMEF 2026 wraps up in Shanghai: a global stage for medical breakthroughs and future trends

The 93rd China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF), together with its concurrent industry events, has ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 2:48 pm

ABC Impact Releases 2025 Impact Review

ABC Impact, the Singapore-based Asia-focused impact investment firm, has published its 2025 Impact Review, available ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 2:44 pm

Unfinished Buddha statue relocation to preserve Borobudur: Minister

Minister of Culture Fadli Zon attended the Ritual Ageng Boyongan Mbah Bhelet marking the relocation of the Unfinished ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 2:43 pm

CIBF 2026: The World's Largest Battery Show Lands in Shenzhen -- Powering the Global Green Energy Revolution

The 18th China International Battery Fair (CIBF 2026) will take placeMay 1315at Shenzhen World ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 2:41 pm

RI calls ASEAN sports ministers to develop world-class sports event

Indonesian Minister of Youth and Sports, Erick Thohir, asked ministers in the ASEAN region to establish ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 2:35 pm

Garuda Baru soccer team proofs vulnerable children have huge potential

Social Affairs Deputy Minister Agus Priyono stated that the Garuda Baru team's departure to the Street Child World ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 2:26 pm

SMU law undergraduates defend Sports Law Arbitration Moot championship title in Lausanne

Singapore Management University(SMU)Yong Pung How School of Law(YPHSL) has successfully ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 2:21 pm

Indonesia, Yemen strengthen halal product assurance cooperation

The Indonesian Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH) is strengthening bilateral cooperation with Yemen regarding halal ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 2:16 pm

Marking 10 Years in Vietnam, MINISO Unveils The Country's First MINISO FRIENDS in Ho Chi Minh City

On April 25, as it marks its 10th anniversary in the Vietnam market, MINISO opened Vietnam's first MINISO FRIENDS ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 2:09 pm

Bali Immigration investigates 3 foreigners over online prostitution

Bali's Denpasar Immigration Office is investigating three foreign nationals suspected of prostitution after being ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 1:47 pm

Bali SEZ eyed as international financial center

The Indonesian government is preparing Bali to serve as an international financial center (IFC). Coordinating ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 1:22 pm

Indonesia, Japan agree to enhance maritime defense cooperation

The Indonesian Ministry of Defense has affirmed enhanced defense cooperation with Japan particularly in the areas of ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 1:09 pm

Reviving Heritage: Rebirth Of A Legacy

Bali Beach Hotel, the Heritage Collection is celebrating its second year of operations following its landmark ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 12:54 pm

TotalEnergies ENEOS signs 15-year PPA with Thailand's Jintana Intertrade

TotalEnergies ENEOS and Jintana Intertrade Co., Ltd. (Jintana), an established Thai garment manufacturer, signed a ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 12:45 pm

Schaeffler and VinDynamics sign strategic partnership to advance technologies for humanoid Robots

Schaeffler, a leading Motion Technology Company, and VinDynamics, a pioneer in humanoid robotics backed by Vingroup, ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 12:40 pm

Pakistan clears donkey meat exports after Chinese firm warning

Karachi: Pakistan has approved the export of donkey meat to China after a Chinese company warned it could shut operations, prompting intervention by the prime ministers office. The dispute involves the Hangeng Trade Company operating in Gwadar, a port city central to China-backed projects, where export approvals had been delayed for months, raising questions about Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 4 May 2026 12:38 pm

Japan, Australia agree to deepen cooperation on energy, defence and critical minerals

Australia provides almost half of Japans liquefied natural gas; Japan is one of Australias top five suppliers of refined gasoline and diesel

The Hindu 4 May 2026 12:12 pm

Tech advancements drive educational transformation: Minister

Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Brian Yuliarto emphasized that technological advancement plays a ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 11:35 am

Indonesia, Japan hold follow-up defense ministers' meeting

Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi arrived in Jakarta on ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 11:07 am

Indonesia's ILO 188 ratification ensures crew protection: Minister

Manpower Minister Yassierli emphasized that Indonesia's ratification of International Labour Organization (ILO) ...

Antara News 4 May 2026 10:32 am

Pro-Pakistan slogans raised in Bareilly market, six detained; hunt on for other accused

Six individuals have been detained following overnight raids. They are accused of raising pro-Pakistan slogans in a busy market. The incident caused shopkeepers to partially close their businesses and triggered panic. An FIR has been lodged against over four dozen people. CCTV footage is being reviewed to identify more accused. Police are on alert in the Cantonment area.

The Economic Times 4 May 2026 9:48 am

Journalists key to truth amid fast information flow: minister

Indonesias communications minister said journalists play a critical role in safeguarding truth as information ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 9:12 pm

Ambassador: Belitung now just 50 minutes by flight from Singapore

Indonesian Ambassador to Singapore, Hotmangaradja Pontas Pandjaitan, described Belitung District in Bangka Belitung ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 9:11 pm

Indonesia's police to build smart HQ in Yogyakarta with data systems

Indonesias National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo said the new Yogyakarta Regional Police headquarters will ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 9:01 pm

Lianlian DigiTech Returns to Money20/20 Asia, Expanding Its Global Payments Ecosystem

Lianlian DigiTech, a leading global provider of digital payment services, was once again invited to participate in ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 7:25 pm

AI Rudder Strengthens CIMB Niaga's Digital Innovation through AI Solutions

AI Rudder, a technology company providing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, supports PT BankCIMB Niaga Tbk ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 7:12 pm

Asia's Top Dairy Yili Sweeps Awards at GDIC Asia 2026

From April 22 to 23, the 9th Global Dairy Innovation Congress (GDIC) Asia 2026 took place in Singapore. Dr. Ignatius ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 7:05 pm

Mouser Electronics New Product Insider: Over 9,000 New Parts Added in First Quarter of 2026

As an authorized distributor,Mouser Electronics, Inc. is focused on the rapid introduction of new products and ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 6:38 pm

WEPACK 2026 Concludes on a Record High, Reinforcing China's Role at the Heart of the Global Packaging Industry

The three-dayWEPACK 2026 World Expo of Packaging Industrysuccessfully concluded at Shenzhen World ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 6:22 pm

Vesak celebration in Singkawang promotes tolerance, nationalism

Vesak 2570 BE celebrations in Singkawang, West Kalimantan, were marked not only by religious rituals but also by social ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 6:17 pm

Indonesia targets July launch for Sekolah Rakyat sites

Indonesia aims to begin operating tuition-free Sekolah Rakyat schools by July at 97 construction sites, Social Affairs ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 6:11 pm

World IP Day 2026: PitchMark launches Ideas.Exchange to help creators safeguard and license ideas in the age of AI

To mark World IP Day 2026, PitchMark today launchedIdeas.Exchange, a firstofitskind platform ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 6:05 pm

5,000+ Brands Spotlight Global Trends at RX Huabo's Shenzhen Gift Fair 2026

For international buyers seeking new products, reliable suppliers, and market-ready trends,organized byRX ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 5:48 pm

KAI prioritises recovery for safe train operations following crash

President Director of the state-owned railway operator PT KAI, Bobby Rasyidin, conveyed the corporate focus on ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 5:05 pm

Indonesia targets out-of-school children with free schools

Indonesias Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf said the tuition-free Sekolah Rakyat program targets ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 4:59 pm

West Kalimantan pushes education drive for 2045 goal

West Kalimantan Governor Ria Norsan pledged to boost human capital through wider education access to support ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 4:15 pm

TVRI, RRI, ANTARA promote 2026 World Cup broadcast

State broadcaster TVRI, state radio RRI, and ANTARA News Agency are promoting the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 1:15 pm

Minister thanks teachers on National Education Day

Education Minister Abdul Muti expressed appreciation to teachers across Indonesia for their role in advancing ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 1:03 pm

Gov't commits to implement policies protecting labours, optimising uni

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto summoned several ministers of Kabinet Merah Putihto discuss several issues ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 12:09 pm

Prabowo reviews education, defense policies on a meeting last night

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Saturday evening (May 2) convened a closed-door meeting with cabinet and ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 9:29 am

Jakarta police question 31 witnesses over Bekasi train collision

The Jakarta Metropolitan Police have questioned 31 witnesses over a train accident at Bekasi Timur Station in Bekasi, ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 8:40 am

KSP monitors govt priority programs, addresses obstacles: chief

Presidential Chief of Staff Dudung Abdurachman said the Presidential Staff Office (KSP) monitors and evaluates priority ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 8:31 am

Govt intensifies efforts to free hostages on MT Honor 25: lawmaker

The Indonesian government is continuing efforts to secure the release of four nationals held hostage aboard the MT ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 8:23 am

Israel-Iran war LIVE: President Trump says he is reviewing new Iranian proposal to end war

Mr. Trump say he was not satisfied with Iran's latest proposal in negotiations to end the war between the countries, rejecting the plan almost as soon as it was delivered.

The Hindu 3 May 2026 8:06 am

Indonesia finishes 65 fishing villages, eyes Phase II

Indonesia's Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries announced that 65 Red and White Fishing Villages (KNMP) have ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 7:59 am

Indonesia pushes immunization as 960,000 children unvaccinated

Indonesia's Health Ministry, along with UNICEF and WHO, reaffirmed its commitment to strengthen immunization ...

Antara News 3 May 2026 7:47 am

Can relocating Pablo Escobars hippos to Anant Ambanis Vantara solve Colombias problem?

Why are the hippos scheduled to be culled? Can Vantara house 80 hippos? Can wild animals be relocated to India?

The Hindu 3 May 2026 1:55 am

What did the U.S. Supreme Court change in Louisiana?

Why did Louisiana redraw districts, creating a new Black-majority district? How did Louisianas situation bring two legal problems into direct collision? What did the Court decide about the Voting Rights Act? What are the implications and concerns?

The Hindu 3 May 2026 1:47 am